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  1. There’s been a steady 20 km/h #southerly #wind today and so normally I would have been silently cursing as I was peddling south on quite a long stretch of #CyclePath. However the temperature has been in the mid 20s, with some sunny spells and so it felt absolutely delightful as it took much the heat away from my body.

    #Bike #Biking #Cycle #Cycling #Bicycle

  2. CARMARTHENSHIRE: Sixty years after Beeching axed the trains, the railway line between Carmarthen and Llandeilo is open again — for walkers and cyclists

    In 1963, Dr Richard Beeching’s axe fell on the railway line running through the Tywi Valley, and the trains stopped running between Carmarthen and Llandeilo for good. More than 60 years later, the trackbed has been given a new life — and on Friday 15 May, more than 70 people gathered at Bremenda Isaf Farm to celebrate the opening of one of the most significant pieces of active travel infrastructure built in Wales in recent memory.

    The Tywi Valley Path is 13 miles long, traffic-free and passes through one of the most beautiful river valleys in south Wales. From Friday, it is fully open to walkers, cyclists and families — and if the first year of operation is anything to go by, they will come.

    The journey to this point began in earnest in October 2021, when Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced £16.7 million in Levelling Up funding for Carmarthenshire County Council’s vision of a continuous off-road route between the two towns. A public consultation in 2022 asked residents what they thought — and the response was broadly supportive.

    The first four-mile section, from Abergwili to Nantgaredig, opened in April 2025 — and immediately proved popular. The final stretch was confirmed for Easter 2026. Now the full route is complete, and the numbers speak for themselves: a Parkrun held on the path recently pulled in more than 200 runners, and a half marathon and walking festival are already planned for the months ahead.

    The Tywi Valley Path winds through Carmarthenshire countryside, offering scenic views along the River Tywi
    (Image: Carmarthenshire Council)

    The official opening on Friday was not short on star power. Former professional cyclist and double European junior champion Manon Lloyd rode into the celebration alongside children from Nantgaredig Primary School — a fitting image for a path built to show that cycling in Carmarthenshire is not just for lycra-clad club riders but for everyone.

    Lloyd, who competed in major international events including the Women’s Tour of Britain and now presents women’s cycling coverage for TNT Sports, gave the occasion an extra dash of inspiration — and her presence sent a clear message about who the path is for.

    Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Wales Anna McMorrin and Huw Bryer, Deputy Director for Constitution, Domestic Affairs and Regional Growth, joined Cllr Linda Evans, Leader of Carmarthenshire County Council, alongside local representatives and the contractors who built the route.

    The project was delivered by a largely local supply chain — T Richard Jones Ltd, Tregaron Trading Services, Walters Group, Evan Pritchard Contractors Ltd and the council’s own Highway Services Operational Team — keeping much of that £16.7 million investment within the communities the path now serves.

    Cllr Hazel Evans, the council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Leisure, Culture and Tourism, described the path as a transformational investment in Carmarthenshire’s future. “It enhances tourism in our beautiful county, creates new opportunities for local businesses, and encourages healthier, more sustainable ways to explore the area,” she said.

    Cllr Edward Thomas, Cabinet Member for Transport, Waste and Infrastructure Services, said the route was about more than active travel. “By linking Carmarthen and Llandeilo through a safe and accessible route, we’re creating a lasting asset that will benefit residents and visitors for generations to come,” he said.

    Wales Office Minister Anna McMorrin said the path would be a wonderful resource for residents and visitors alike. “From supporting local businesses through its construction to boosting local tourism, the economic legacy of the route will continue for years to come,” she said.

    The Tywi Valley is already one of the most visited landscapes in south-west Wales — home to Dinefwr Castle, the National Botanic Garden of Wales and some of the most photographed countryside in the whole country. The path effectively opens all of that up to people without a car, and to those who simply want to explore it at a slower pace than a car allows.

    At 13 miles, the Tywi Valley Path is one of the most significant new walking and cycling routes completed in Wales in recent years. It is also one of the most meaningful outcomes of Levelling Up funding delivered anywhere in south-west Wales — money originally announced under a Conservative government and now celebrated by a Labour one, on a route that has outlasted the political arguments around it.

    The path follows a former railway trackbed that has lain largely dormant since the Beeching cuts — decades in which the land sat quietly while the towns it once connected grew further and further apart. That gap is now closed again, not by a train but by a pair of boots or a set of wheels.

    For families, commuters, visitors and the communities dotted along the route between Carmarthen and Llandeilo, it is a long time coming — and worth the wait.

    Related stories from Swansea Bay News

    EASTER OPENING: Final stretch of Tywi Valley Path set to welcome walkers and cyclists
    Our March 2026 report on the path’s planned Easter opening.

    Four mile section of Carmarthen to Llandeilo cycle path opens
    The first section of the path opened in April 2025.

    Tywi Valley Path project gets £16.7m Levelling Up funding boost
    How it all began — the 2021 funding announcement that made the path possible.

    #ActiveTravel #Carmarthen #CarmarthenshireCountyCouncil #cyclePath #Llandeilo #ManonLloyd #TywiValleyPath
  3. EASTER OPENING: Final stretch of Tywi Valley Path set to welcome walkers and cyclists

    Carmarthenshire County Council has confirmed the final stretch of the Tywi Valley Path — linking Carmarthen to Llandeilo — will be ready for the public within weeks.

    The last section of the 13-mile route, between Abergwili and Ffairfach, marks the completion of the flagship project.

    Landmark bridges complete final phase

    The final phase includes two major new bridges crossing the River Tywi and River Cothi — described as a key milestone in delivering the scheme.

    Once open, the route will provide a continuous, traffic-free path for walkers, cyclists and families travelling through the Tywi Valley.

    Scenic route through historic heart of Wales

    The path runs through some of Carmarthenshire’s most picturesque countryside, offering views of landmarks including Paxton’s Tower, Dryslwyn Castle and Dinefwr Castle.

    Visitors will also be able to explore nearby attractions such as National Botanic Garden of Wales and Aberglasney Gardens, along with independent food stops and cafés along the route.

    Boost for tourism and local economy

    Council leaders say the completed path will help bring more visitors to the area while supporting local businesses.

    Cllr Hazel Evans said the scheme was a “once in a generation project” that connects communities while showcasing the valley’s natural beauty and heritage.

    Cllr Edward Thomas added that completing the bridges provides “a stunning new way to experience the county” while supporting active travel and tourism.

    Years in the making

    The full opening follows years of development, including major funding backing and the phased rollout of different sections of the route.

    When complete, the Tywi Valley Path will stretch from Carmarthen to Llandeilo, offering a safe and accessible route for residents and visitors alike.

    Related stories from Swansea Bay News

    Consultant appointed to progress Llandeilo bypass
    A major step forward for the long‑awaited route around the town.

    Four‑mile section of Carmarthen–Llandeilo cycle path opens
    A key stretch of the Tywi Valley route is now ready for riders.

    Tywi Valley communities asked for views on new woodland
    Residents invited to help shape a major commemorative planting project.

    Tywi Valley Path gets £16.7m Levelling Up boost
    A huge funding injection accelerates plans for the scenic route.

    #ActiveTravel #Carmarthen #Carmarthenshire #cyclePath #cycling #Easter #Infrastructure #Llandeilo #tourism #TywiValley #TywiValleyPath #WalesNews #walking
  4. Winter Tour - Day 3: Montpellier -> Marseillan (55 km).
    After a rainy and windy day spent in Montpellier to visit the outstanding Musée d'art brut, today back on the road facing strong headwind. A few flamingos next to the very nice #cyclepath of Étang de Thau.

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  5. Winter Tour - Day 3: Montpellier -> Marseillan (55 km).
    After a rainy and windy day spent in Montpellier to visit the outstanding Musée d'art brut, today back on the road facing strong headwind. A few flamingos next to the very nice #cyclepath of Étang de Thau.

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  6. Winter Tour - Day 3: Montpellier -> Marseillan (55 km).
    After a rainy and windy day spent in Montpellier to visit the outstanding Musée d'art brut, today back on the road facing strong headwind. A few flamingos next to the very nice #cyclepath of Étang de Thau.

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  7. Winter Tour - Day 3: Montpellier -> Marseillan (55 km).
    After a rainy and windy day spent in Montpellier to visit the outstanding Musée d'art brut, today back on the road facing strong headwind. A few flamingos next to the very nice #cyclepath of Étang de Thau.

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  8. Winter Tour - Day 3: Montpellier -> Marseillan (55 km).
    After a rainy and windy day spent in Montpellier to visit the outstanding Musée d'art brut, today back on the road facing strong headwind. A few flamingos next to the very nice #cyclepath of Étang de Thau.

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  9. Winter Tour - Day 2: Pondres -> Montpellier (45 km).
    Again mostly on superb #cyclepath. Arrival in a big city such as Montpellier always a choc, even if there are many cyclepath as well. On the way the village of Sommières was charming (see picture).

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  10. Winter Tour - Day 2: Pondres -> Montpellier (45 km).
    Again mostly on superb #cyclepath. Arrival in a big city such as Montpellier always a choc, even if there are many cyclepath as well. On the way the village of Sommières was charming (see picture).

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  11. Winter Tour - Day 2: Pondres -> Montpellier (45 km).
    Again mostly on superb #cyclepath. Arrival in a big city such as Montpellier always a choc, even if there are many cyclepath as well. On the way the village of Sommières was charming (see picture).

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  12. Winter Tour - Day 2: Pondres -> Montpellier (45 km).
    Again mostly on superb #cyclepath. Arrival in a big city such as Montpellier always a choc, even if there are many cyclepath as well. On the way the village of Sommières was charming (see picture).

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  13. Winter Tour - Day 2: Pondres -> Montpellier (45 km).
    Again mostly on superb #cyclepath. Arrival in a big city such as Montpellier always a choc, even if there are many cyclepath as well. On the way the village of Sommières was charming (see picture).

    #BikeTooter #cycling #bikepacking #radtouren #fahrrad #cyclotourisme #vélo #bici #cycle #radfahren #radtour #bike #bicycle #Brompton

  14. Major revamp planned for Sandfields and Aberavon as council unveils huge active travel upgrade

    The £multi‑million scheme covers a 4.7km stretch linking the seafront with Afan Way, creating a continuous loop designed to make everyday journeys safer and easier without needing a car. Council officers say the project will tie directly into the wider Aberavon Seafront Masterplan, bringing long‑term improvements to some of the area’s busiest routes.

    The plans include upgraded footways, new cycle lanes, safer crossings, resurfaced roads, better bus facilities and a series of public‑realm makeovers at key community hotspots. A consultation has now opened, with residents given until 11th March to give feedback.

    The council says the work is vital in a community where official data shows fewer than half of households own a car, making safe walking and cycling routes essential for school runs, shopping trips and access to the beach.

    Years in the making

    The project has been in development since 2022, when a study identified ten Sandfields routes in need of upgrades. Early engagement followed in 2024, with residents helping shape the first designs for three priority corridors: Princess Margaret Way, Victoria Road and the Seaway Parade–Handel Avenue–Purcell Avenue loop.

    By 2025, the scheme had expanded to include placemaking improvements around Memo Beach Café, the skate park, Tywyn Primary School and Purcell Avenue, with drop‑in sessions held last autumn to gather ideas. Detailed designs are now nearing completion, and the council is preparing a funding bid through the Regional Transport Fund to begin construction in 2026–27.

    Map showing the proposed Sandfields and Aberavon active travel route, including planned public‑space upgrades around Memo Beach, the skate park and Tywyn Primary School.
    (Image: Neath Port Talbot Council)

    What’s planned on the ground

    If approved, the scheme will deliver new and widened footways, resurfaced pavements and missing links such as the broken section near the Naval Club. Dedicated cycle lanes are proposed for Princess Margaret Way, with on‑road routes added to nearby residential streets to create a safer network.

    Eight new Toucan crossings and five new Parallel crossings are planned for some of the area’s busiest junctions, alongside more than 50 upgraded uncontrolled crossings with dropped kerbs and tactile paving. Bus users would see new shelters and a relocated stop opposite Remo’s to support revised routes along the seafront.

    Public spaces are also set for a facelift, with new seating, planting, surfacing and landscaping around Memo Beach, the skate park and Tywyn Primary School. Additional greenery and pocket planting would be added throughout the area to soften the streetscape.

    Parking changes include new loading bays near Francos and Memo Café, extra disabled bays and a small net increase in overall parking along the seafront. Measures to stop pavement parking — including bollards, planting and double yellow lines — are also proposed.

    Princess Margaret Way would be fully resurfaced as part of the works.

    “A good balance of improvements for everyone”

    Cllr Wyndham Griffiths, Cabinet Member for Strategic Planning, Transport and Connectivity, said the plans strike the right balance for a community with low car ownership but high demand for safer routes.

    “I strongly encourage anyone who lives in or visits these areas to have their say on the proposals which would offer improved safety and better‑connected routes, whilst also lifting the overall appearance,” he said.

    How to take part

    The consultation runs until 11th March 2026, with residents able to complete the survey at www.npt.gov.uk/activetravel.

    Two face‑to‑face drop‑in events will be held at Aberavon Leisure Centre on Monday 2nd March (3pm–7pm) and Saturday 7th March (10am–1pm), where the project team will be available to answer questions.

    Paper copies of the plans and survey are available at Sandfields, Port Talbot and Neath libraries.

    Related stories from Swansea Bay News

    Major overhaul planned for Llanelli’s Halfway lights
    Another major transport scheme proposing safer crossings, new layouts and better routes for all road users.

    Swansea’s future mapped out in new city centre plan
    A look at the wider regeneration vision shaping movement, public spaces and development across the city.

    Upper Afan Valley lined up for £20m regeneration boost
    Long‑term investment plans aimed at transforming communities and improving connectivity across the valley.

    Bulldozers move in as Aberavon flats set for dramatic revamp
    Another key project reshaping the seafront, linked to wider regeneration and public‑realm improvements.

    #Aberavon #ActiveTravel #AfanWay #cyclePath #cycleRoute #HandelAvenue #MemoBeach #PrincessMargaretWay #PurcellAvenue #Sandfields #SeawayParade #TywynPrimarySchool
  15. #Oxford Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath

    The cycle track is still clear at the moment.Although I don't know for how much longer. Standing water in the meadows on both sides of the track.

    --Rhodri

    #cycling #flooding #walking #activeTravel

  16. #Oxford Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath

    The cycle track is still clear at the moment.Although I don't know for how much longer. Standing water in the meadows on both sides of the track.

    --Rhodri

    #cycling #flooding #walking #activeTravel

  17. #Oxford Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath

    The cycle track is still clear at the moment.Although I don't know for how much longer. Standing water in the meadows on both sides of the track.

    --Rhodri

    #cycling #flooding #walking #activeTravel

  18. #Oxford Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath

    The cycle track is still clear at the moment.Although I don't know for how much longer. Standing water in the meadows on both sides of the track.

    --Rhodri

    #cycling #flooding #walking #activeTravel

  19. #Oxford Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath

    The cycle track is still clear at the moment.Although I don't know for how much longer. Standing water in the meadows on both sides of the track.

    --Rhodri

    #cycling #flooding #walking #activeTravel

  20. #Oxford #Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath :
    Bottom of Ferry rd and adjacent cycle track flooded to ~60 mm. Wellies required --Iain

    #cycling

  21. #Oxford #Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath :
    Bottom of Ferry rd and adjacent cycle track flooded to ~60 mm. Wellies required --Iain

    #cycling

  22. #Oxford #Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath :
    Bottom of Ferry rd and adjacent cycle track flooded to ~60 mm. Wellies required --Iain

    #cycling

  23. #Oxford #Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath :
    Bottom of Ferry rd and adjacent cycle track flooded to ~60 mm. Wellies required --Iain

    #cycling

  24. #Oxford #Marston #cyclePath update from
    @marstonbikepath :
    Bottom of Ferry rd and adjacent cycle track flooded to ~60 mm. Wellies required --Iain

    #cycling

  25. The weather forecast today was a bit gloomy so there was no #assenliggers group ride. But after walking the dogs and shovelling snow outside our home I went out for a short spin anyway, and it was actually really nice.
    #velomobile #regel17 #biketooter #cycling #netherlands #assen #cyclinginfrastructure #cyclepath #snow

  26. The weather forecast today was a bit gloomy so there was no #assenliggers group ride. But after walking the dogs and shovelling snow outside our home I went out for a short spin anyway, and it was actually really nice.
    #velomobile #regel17 #biketooter #cycling #netherlands #assen #cyclinginfrastructure #cyclepath #snow

  27. The weather forecast today was a bit gloomy so there was no #assenliggers group ride. But after walking the dogs and shovelling snow outside our home I went out for a short spin anyway, and it was actually really nice.
    #velomobile #regel17 #biketooter #cycling #netherlands #assen #cyclinginfrastructure #cyclepath #snow

  28. The weather forecast today was a bit gloomy so there was no #assenliggers group ride. But after walking the dogs and shovelling snow outside our home I went out for a short spin anyway, and it was actually really nice.
    #velomobile #regel17 #biketooter #cycling #netherlands #assen #cyclinginfrastructure #cyclepath #snow

  29. The weather forecast today was a bit gloomy so there was no #assenliggers group ride. But after walking the dogs and shovelling snow outside our home I went out for a short spin anyway, and it was actually really nice.
    #velomobile #regel17 #biketooter #cycling #netherlands #assen #cyclinginfrastructure #cyclepath #snow

  30. Landslide washes away section of Carmarthenshire cycle path

    Path collapse near Tumble

    The Walk Wheel Cycle Trust Cymru (formerly Sustrans) confirmed that a landslide has taken out part of the route linking Tumble and Pontyberem. The charity’s estates team has been on site to close the affected section and warn users not to approach the area.

    A spokesperson said:

    “Please do not approach the site as it is extremely dangerous and unstable. Our team are working to close the path and ensure route users are aware on the ground. We are working with local partners to secure the site and it will remain closed. A diversion will be put in place as soon as possible.”

    Council urges public to stay away

    Carmarthenshire County Council confirmed the landslide and said the area has been fenced off. A spokesperson added:

    “There has been a significant landslide which has taken out a section of the Sustrans Cycle Route linking Tumble and Pontyberem. We urge the public to keep away from the area for safety reasons. The path is owned and maintained by Sustrans, now known as the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.”

    Climate change warning

    Local Member of the Senedd Lee Waters described the collapse as a stark reminder of the impact of extreme weather. Sharing an image of the damaged path, he said:

    “The impact of flooding is being felt right across the local area today. This picture of the cycle path washed away near Tumble is a pretty stark illustration of how climate change is impacting us here and now – the experts are agreed that heavy rainfall and more intense storms are a direct consequence of man‑made climate change.”

    He also thanked the emergency services, Carmarthenshire Council and local volunteers for their efforts in supporting communities affected by flooding over the past 24 hours.

    Wider flooding impact

    The landslide comes as Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service declared a major incident following more than 450 flooding‑related calls in 12 hours, with rescues carried out in Whitland, Ferryside, Kidwelly, Lampeter and St Clears. Swansea has also been hit, with Cwmbwrla roundabout once again submerged.

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    Council blames collapsed culvert – not drains – for Cwmbwrla flooding
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    Flooding devastates Carmarthenshire dog sanctuary as fire crews rescue 34 animals
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    Landslide washes away section of Carmarthenshire cycle path
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    #CarmarthenshireCouncil #CarmarthenshireCountyCouncil #cyclePath #flooding #landslide #LeeWatersMS #Pontyberem #Sustrans #Tumble #WalkWheelCycleTrustCymru

  31. More parcels of bike parts beginning their journeys to customers.

    This time I've taken the photo on a cycle-path heading into a tunnel. If I were driving a car I'd be heading toward that traffic light on the left, but the cycle-path goes through the tunnel so I never have to stop when cycling.

    This is a good example of how to give cyclists an advantage and make cycling more efficient than driving.

    Though I've lived here for a long time now, I still find it amazing that I can use cycling infrastructure of this quality on a daily basis, that it works so well, enabling so many people to ride bikes, and that it keeps everyone safe.
    dutchbikebits.com
    #dutchbikebits #bicycletrailer #biketooter #biketrailer #cycling #assen #cyclepath

  32. More parcels of bike parts beginning their journeys to customers.

    This time I've taken the photo on a cycle-path heading into a tunnel. If I were driving a car I'd be heading toward that traffic light on the left, but the cycle-path goes through the tunnel so I never have to stop when cycling.

    This is a good example of how to give cyclists an advantage and make cycling more efficient than driving.

    Though I've lived here for a long time now, I still find it amazing that I can use cycling infrastructure of this quality on a daily basis, that it works so well, enabling so many people to ride bikes, and that it keeps everyone safe.
    dutchbikebits.com
    #dutchbikebits #bicycletrailer #biketooter #biketrailer #cycling #assen #cyclepath

  33. More parcels of bike parts beginning their journeys to customers.

    This time I've taken the photo on a cycle-path heading into a tunnel. If I were driving a car I'd be heading toward that traffic light on the left, but the cycle-path goes through the tunnel so I never have to stop when cycling.

    This is a good example of how to give cyclists an advantage and make cycling more efficient than driving.

    Though I've lived here for a long time now, I still find it amazing that I can use cycling infrastructure of this quality on a daily basis, that it works so well, enabling so many people to ride bikes, and that it keeps everyone safe.
    dutchbikebits.com
    #dutchbikebits #bicycletrailer #biketooter #biketrailer #cycling #assen #cyclepath